Only current UM Employees* are eligible.

The University of Montana invites applications for a Senior Assistant Director of Club Sports for Campus Recreation.

The Senior AD provides strategic leadership for the university's Club Sports program while serving as the primary liaison between Campus Recreation and Admissions to advance enrollment through club sports recruitment. The position oversees the administration, compliance, financial management, and growth of Club Sports while coordinating recruitment strategies, enrollment initiatives, and coach engagement to attract and retain prospective student-athletes.

• Provide overall leadership, vision, and long-term strategic planning for Club Sports, including evaluating potential new club sports based on student interest and enrollment opportunities
• Supervise daily operations, general activities, and special events
• Oversee policy development, operational procedures, risk management, officer training, and ASUM compliance
• Manage budget allocations, expenditures, ASUM funding model collaborations, and fundraising initiatives
• Expand facility access and build campus and community partnerships to enhance student engagement and marketing efforts
• Partner with Admissions to create and execute annual Club Sports recruitment plans aligned with university enrollment targets, including establishing recruiting territories, guidelines, and expectations for coaches
• Serve as the primary liaison to Admissions, integrating activities within Slate CRM and managing prospective student data, while training coaches on Admissions processes, financial aid, tuition waivers, and messaging

• Bachelor's degree and experience in collegiate recreation, club sports, admissions, enrollment management, or athletics
• Experience supervising staff and managing budgets, with the ability to train, supervise, and evaluate classified and student staff
• Working knowledge or the ability to learn the the foundations of collegiate Club Sports management and of safe, effective Club Sports operations
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, risk management, budget administration, and organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate and promote Campus Recreation and University of Montana policies and procedures to all stakeholders
• Ability to perform and interpret assessments and recommend changes to Club Sports operations
• Ability to collaborate across university departments and establish external partnerships

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree and three (3) to five (5) years related work experience
• Experience in Club Sports operations management, with knowledge of Club Sports development trends
• Advanced experience with CRM systems (Slate) and enrollment systems integration
• Experience developing recruitment pipelines in regionally underserved sports, with marketing skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other relevant software packages
• Current First Aid and CPR certification and a valid driver's license

Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, MUS Contract and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the priority closing date.

Required Application Materials:

• Cover Letter: addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position
• Detailed Resume: listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) professional references: names and contact information

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story

The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

Background check is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to background investigations per UM's policy and procedure.

References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.

Testing: Individual hiring departments within the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.